Anyone done this? Personally I think it looks funny but was wondering if there are any negatives to it other than looks.
Posted: 10/30/2005 6:32:39 PM EDT
[#1]
I think it looks funny as well.
ETA And to answer your question, the Canadian military has done this.
Posted: 10/30/2005 6:46:39 PM EDT
[#2]
The only negative other than looks that I can think of, is that when using a regular m4 collapsable stock, the balance of the rifle is kind of wierd. With the heavier butstocks, like the magpul, it isnt a problem. Just something I have noticed.
Posted: 10/30/2005 6:48:47 PM EDT
[#3]
I know there was a thread on this topic awhile back ... does anyone know where to find it? BTW ... the diemaco web site is down due to the purchase by colt.
Posted: 10/30/2005 6:57:41 PM EDT
[#4]
You saying my rifle looks funny?
Posted: 10/30/2005 6:58:31 PM EDT
[#5]
A guy I worked with said when he was an Airforce Security police officer they used a full length m-16 with a collapsible stock. Dunno, he said alot of stuff, but I was always intrigued by that.
Posted: 10/30/2005 6:59:59 PM EDT
[#6]
I don't see how the look of a rifle is a negative aspect.
Posted: 10/30/2005 7:04:35 PM EDT
[#7]
The gun store I frequented before I moved had a stainless 24 inch bull barrel DPMS with a collapsible stock.
You tend to see a larger difference wearing layers of heavy clothing, armor, or doing close in work. I don't like the look, but its functional.
Posted: 10/30/2005 7:15:20 PM EDT
[#10]
These guys wish they collapsible stocks.
Posted: 10/30/2005 7:45:52 PM EDT
[#11]
Quoted: A guy I worked with said when he was an Airforce Security police officer they used a full length m-16 with a collapsible stock. Dunno, he said alot of stuff, but I was always intrigued by that.
Only collapsible stock "rifles" (the AF actually considered them smgs) I ever saw issued were the GAU/GUU-5/A/B/Ps.
I remember seeing SP1's on the shelves with collapsible stock. They didn't look funny, they looked very odd.
Posted: 10/31/2005 12:37:25 AM EDT
[#13]
My 20" rifle is wearing a collapsable stock right now. I'm not sure if I'm going to leave it on, or change it back to the A2 stock. I kinda like it....
Posted: 10/31/2005 1:10:22 AM EDT
[#14]
You ever wear body armor and try to use a regular stock? Talk about PITA. I much prefer a collapseable stock any day.
Posted: 10/31/2005 2:46:48 AM EDT
[#15]
Definitely not funny.
Posted: 10/31/2005 3:34:09 AM EDT
[#16]
Quoted: These guys wish they collapsible stocks.
I bet beer and boobies are higher up on the wish list tho.
works best with A1 and A2 contour barrels.
Posted: 10/31/2005 3:36:52 AM EDT
[#17]
It's called a "FULL SIZED CARBEAN".
And it SHOULD BE BANNED!
Posted: 10/31/2005 4:43:17 AM EDT
[#18]
One way of looking at it.....
Posted: 10/31/2005 5:32:39 AM EDT
[#19]
I was also of the "it looks funney" Till I tryed my LMT crane out on my HB. Fells better than the A2 stock. Especily when shooting of the bench. And it's a little more compact. What ever works for you I guess!
Posted: 10/31/2005 5:36:23 AM EDT
[#20]
Quoted: I know there was a thread on this topic awhile back ... does anyone know where to find it? BTW ... the diemaco web site is down due to the purchase by colt.
I'm thinking that an M4 stock on a 20" rifle ain't all that bad of an idea after all. Those guys aren't getting any kind of cheek weld.
Posted: 12/26/2005 9:40:53 AM EDT
[#21]
Quoted:
Quoted: I know there was a thread on this topic awhile back ... does anyone know where to find it? BTW ... the diemaco web site is down due to the purchase by colt.
I'm thinking that an M4 stock on a 20" rifle ain't all that bad of an idea after all. Those guys aren't getting any kind of cheek weld.
I could post plenty of pictures showing the exact opposite.
Posted: 12/26/2005 10:00:40 AM EDT
[#22]
Got a 6.8 w/20" barrel and adjustable, stock works great. When deer season come s and the heaveycloths go on., just pop the stock a notch or two and the fit is right where it needs to be. At the bench same thing, just fits better. Grandkids want a turn at the gun just shorten the stock. Has it uses.
Posted: 12/26/2005 10:11:49 AM EDT
[#23]
Only saw one practical application, I had a vehicle driver under 5 feet, she needed a collapsible stock for her LOP.